Daily edition | Nov. 4, 2019 Note from the editor You get the notices all the time — a critical software update is required for your phone, computer or some other internet-connected device.
Some people act immediately, some don't. Utilities and other power sector players also need to keep their systems constantly updated. But the potential consequences of their inaction are much larger.
New details have emerged regarding a denial-of-service attack in March against sPower, which bills itself as the United States' largest private owner of operating solar assets. While the cyberattack didn't cause the loss of any generation, it revealed widespread grid weaknesses, analysts say.
Our Spotlight on Cybersecurity, coming out this afternoon, will explore such weaknesses and how they're being addressed for distributed energy, nuclear and other power sector assets, including the role of artificial intelligence.
We look forward to your input and comments.
Larry Pearl
Senior Editor, Utility Dive
Twitter | E-mail Governor Gavin Newsom called for a meeting this week between state officials, the utility, its creditors, its shareholders and wildfire victims, to "accelerate a consensual resolution." |
New details of a denial-of-service attack earlier this year show an energy sector with uneven security. |
The California Independent System Operator has launched expanded Reliability Coordinator services, called RC West, making it the coordinator of record for more than three dozen entities across 14 western states and northern Mexico. |
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The firm argues that installing solar panels on inactive sites can help operators financially, in addition to garnering community support. |
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